As we continue our fall vision series exploring Contemplation, Jason Minnix reflects on contemplative practices that show us how to see and bring healing to our sight [John 9:1-7]. Reflection What am I holding tightly to that is filtering my enjoyment of life? Where do I sense an invitation to practice resting my mind? Resources Podcast: On Being (Gordon Hempton) […]
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Community Prayers 2019.9.15
Prayers of Thanksgiving. For … A successful surgery. Justin My parents. Judy … let us bless the Lord. Thanks be to God. Prayers of Petition. For … Making the time for contemplation. Carol My continued recovery after surgery. Justin God’s provision for the path forward. And, for my emotional and mental health. Naomi My parents continued good health. Judy … let us pray to […]
Liturgy, Reflection and Benediction 2019.9.15
Liturgy God of the universe, this morning we bring our defensive and protective strategies. We bring our received messages about our unworthiness. We bring the seemingly broken parts of ourselves before you. We bring the injustices of misused power in our society. We bring our whole selves, joy, and pain. May we dare to practice trusting your goodness with one […]
Working with Those with Autism Workshop [Oct 5]
On Saturday, October 5th from 10am to 1pm we will be hosting Geeta Mondol, founder of the Ashish Center. The Ashish Center is our global partner located in New Delhi, India and provides holistic education and support to children with disabilities and their families. Her workshop “A Structured Approach in Love and Preparedness” will focus on working with students with […]
Community Prayers 2019.9.8
Prayers of Thanksgiving. For … The joy found in having old friends nearby. Jake … let us bless the Lord. Thanks be to God. Prayers of Petition. For … The space and time to reconnect to God and community. Hannah My grandad who had a heart attack recently. For his health and us as a family as we navigate healthcare for […]
Liturgy, Reflection, and Benediction 2019.9.8
Liturgy You, who are participants in the glory of Love, listen. God is here. You, who are renewed to new life with each rain, look. God is here. You, who are given breath of life, breathe deeply. God is here. May we open ourselves to hear the word of God today. May we receive the love that is in every […]
Contemplation: Creating Space
As we start our fall vision series exploring contemplation, Weylin Lee reflects on how creating space for contemplation actually involves letting go of things in our lives [Matthew 16:24-26]. Reflection What are the things we are hesitant to let go of because it’s how we protect ourselves and preserve our way of living? Where do our loyalties lie and how […]